{"id":2695,"date":"2025-01-22T17:37:43","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T17:37:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/?p=2695"},"modified":"2025-02-22T17:42:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-22T17:42:00","slug":"quebec-re-opens-three-targeted-canadian-immigration-pilot-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/quebec-re-opens-three-targeted-canadian-immigration-pilot-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Quebec Re-Opens Three Targeted Canadian Immigration Pilot Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2025\/01\/jan1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"QUEBEC spelled out in block letters with a small Canadian flag at the end. \" class=\"wp-image-2700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2025\/01\/jan1-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2025\/01\/jan1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Quebec announced the reopening of three targeted immigration pilot programs, effective January 13, 2025, aimed at addressing labor shortages in critical sectors. These programs offer pathways to Canadian permanent residence for qualified workers in specific industries.<\/p>\n<h2>Overview of the Reopened Pilot Programs<\/h2>\n<p>The three pilot programs are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Permanent Immigration Pilot Program for Food Processing Workers (PP TA):<\/strong>\u00a0Designed to attract skilled individuals in the food and beverage manufacturing sectors, this program addresses labor needs in industries classified under NAICS 311 and 3121. Eligible occupations include industrial butchers, food processing laborers, and related roles.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permanent Immigration Pilot Program for Beneficiary Attendants (PP PAB):<\/strong>\u00a0Aimed at healthcare workers, particularly those providing assistance to patients, this program seeks to fill essential roles within Quebec\u2019s healthcare system. It includes two components: the work component and the work-study component, each with specific eligibility criteria.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permanent Immigration Pilot Program for Workers in the Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, and Visual Effects Sectors (PP IA\/TI-EV):<\/strong>\u00a0This program targets professionals in AI, IT, and visual effects, sectors experiencing significant growth and demand in Quebec. The program is divided into two components, each accepting a maximum of 150 applications in the Francisation profile.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Application Quotas and Deadlines<\/h2>\n<p>Each program will accept up to 600 applications between January 13 and December 31, 2025. For the PP IA\/TI-EV program, the 600 applications are equally divided between the Artificial Intelligence and the Information Technology and Visual Effects components. These pilot programs are set to expire on January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2>Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n<p>Applicants must meet specific criteria, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Age:<\/strong>\u00a018 years or older.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intention to Settle:<\/strong>\u00a0A genuine intention to reside and work in Quebec.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Work Experience:<\/strong>\u00a0Relevant full-time work experience in the targeted sector within a specified timeframe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>French Language Proficiency:<\/strong>\u00a0Demonstrated proficiency in spoken French at level 7 on the Quebec Scale of Competency Levels or its equivalent.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Financial Independence:<\/strong>\u00a0Proof of financial self-sufficiency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Implications for Canadian Immigration<\/h2>\n<p>The reopening of these pilot programs underscores Quebec\u2019s commitment to attracting skilled workers in sectors vital to its economy. By offering pathways to permanent residence, Quebec aims to fill labor shortages and promote economic growth. Prospective immigrants with experience in these fields may find these programs to be viable options for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/markham-on\/canadian-immigration\/?provider=google\">Canadian immigration<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For detailed information on eligibility and application procedures, contact Pilkington Immigration. We can help you navigate the process.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quebec announced the reopening of three targeted immigration pilot programs, effective January 13, 2025, aimed at addressing labor shortages in critical sectors. These programs offer pathways to Canadian permanent residence for qualified workers in specific industries. Overview of the Reopened Pilot Programs The three pilot programs are: Permanent Immigration Pilot Program for Food Processing Workers [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"<img class=\"size-full wp-image-1677\" src=\"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2023\/04\/PGWP-300x251-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"251\" \/>\n\nAs of April 6, 2023, those who are currently or formerly on a Post- Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) could be eligible for an 18 month Open Work Permit. Those who wish to apply will have until December 31, 2023.\n\nThe benefit for this Open Work Permit is that it grants the individual the ability to work any job and for any employer in Canada for up to 18 additional months.\n\nAs per IRCC, eligible candidates will be able to:\n<ul>\n \t<li>opt into a simplified process to extend their work permit, or<\/li>\n \t<li>apply to extend their work permit, or<\/li>\n \t<li>apply to restore their status and get a new work permit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nEven if a candidate is not eligible to opt in, they can still apply for a work permit.\n\nSee <a href=\"https:\/\/t.sidekickopen60.com\/s3t\/c\/5\/f18dQhb0V1-gmb8cp8kBW25MZTD59hl3kW7_k2841CX6NGW35QNyY2PynM_W7vZ0Py8kpgz-f197v5Y04?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3F4FzJW3H34sw3yML2qW1Lyz5B3S-qPyW4fJg0T1GHbGRW4hFZJc4cfK-XW4fJg-S41Y76NW45lYRp49SzG1W3K96C743WgprW3F4FzJ3H34yvW3K8Qz94ff6B5W4cQ9YB49HRfrW3zhs7S41p1cXW49MW8W3K8Qz9W4fdgXX3ZTPLWw4cg7Ws9x12&amp;si=8000000016645336&amp;pi=1b369650-4437-45f0-83d7-642df18d96a2\">IRCC website<\/a> for more information on this opportunity.\n\nIRCC has emailed those who may be eligible for the process to extend their work permit. The message comes from an email that ends in @cic.gc.ca or @notifications.canada.ca. IRCC notes that such individuals must take action before May 20, 2023 and apply before their work permit expires.\n\nTo be eligible for the simplified process, you must:\n\n1)\u00a0Reside in Canada\n\n2)\u00a0Log into your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/t.sidekickopen60.com\/s3t\/c\/5\/f18dQhb0V1-gmb8cp8kBW25MZTD59hl3kW7_k2841CX6NGW35QNyY2PynM_W7vZ0Py8kpgz-f197v5Y04?te=W3R5hFj4cm2zwW4mKLS-3F4FzJW3H34sw3yML2qW1Lyz5B3S-qPyW4fJg0T1GHbGRW4hFZJc4cfK-XW4fJg-S41Y76NW45lYRp49SzG1W3K96BL45S_3cW3F4G5h43TwfrW3F5tD341Yswq4S6TW1&amp;si=8000000016645336&amp;pi=1b369650-4437-45f0-83d7-642df18d96a2\">IRCC Secure Account<\/a>\u00a0to:\n<ul>\n \t<li>ensure that your mailing address is up to date<\/li>\n \t<li>confirm your passport information is up to date and has an expiration date of June 2025 or later, and<\/li>\n \t<li>opt in for up to an additional 18 months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf you do not have an account, you will need to register for an IRCC Secure Account and link your most recent PGWP application to your account before May 20, 2023.\n\nAbout the Open Work Permit extension:\n\nRecently, Canada\u2019s Immigration Minister, Sean Fraser announced that the IRCC would enable those who are eligible as former or current PGWP holders access to a new Open Work Permit.\n\nTypically a PGWP is non-renewable, and those with an expiring PGWP would have to find another way to remain in the country or leave. However, Fraser indicated the purpose of this initiative will help employers in Canada address their labour shortages and provide PGWP holders time to potentially consider permanent residency. PGWPs allow eligible international graduates to work for up to 3 years after they complete their studies in the country. The ultimate length of the PGWP depends on the length of the completed program of study. \u00a0PGWPs are of high interest as they allow graduates to build their eligibility for permanent residency.\n\nMajority of Canada\u2019s economic class immigration programs reward candidates who have Canadian work experience since Stats Canada shows the experience supports the labour market integration upon gaining permanent residence. This shows why Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Program, and other economic class pathways provide more points and or dedicated streams to those with experience in Canada. In 2022, Canada hosted a record 800,000 international students. Nearly 98,000 PGWP holders transitioned to permanent residence last year, accounting for over 80% of all temporary residents who transitioned to PR.\n\nWhen this announcement was made, IRCC suggested there were over 286,000 PGWP holders in Canada at the end of 2022. The department estimates nearly 127,000 PGWPs will expire in 2023. However approximately 67,000 PGWP holders have already applied for PR, and would not need to apply for a new Open Work Permit.","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2695","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news-events"],"aioseo_notices":[],"featured_image_src":null,"featured_image_src_square":null,"author_info":{"display_name":"Staff","author_link":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/author\/brian\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2695","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2695"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2695\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2703,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2695\/revisions\/2703"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2695"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2695"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pilkingtonimmigration.com\/north-bay-on\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2695"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}